Instructor - Dash 8-400

Job description

PAL Aerospace, in partnership with SkyAlyne — the prime contractor for Canada's Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) Program — is delivering cutting-edge training to prepare Air Combat Systems Officers (ACSOs) and Airborne Electronic Sensor Operators (AES Ops) for the demands of modern operations. Based in Winnipeg, the role supports flight operations and flies challenging mission profiles using three missionized De Havilland Dash 8-400 (CT-142Q Citadel) aircraft with 402 Squadron. Duties and Responsibilities: - Responsive to the Commanding Officer of 402 Squadron through the Q400 MSAT CT142Q Chief Pilot and the Contractor, to train, monitor, and supervise the Line CT142Q pilots. - Manage all CT142Q pilot training, currency, proficiency and evaluation requirements. - Assist with the management of daily activities and resources supporting flightline operations, dispatching, and Airworthiness requirements. - Fly as a qualified CT142Q pilot to support ACSO and AES Op training, performing weather briefs, crew/mission briefs and debriefs. - Execute duties of the Aircraft Commander for instructional missions and pilot currency flights. - Conduct pilot proficiency and upgrade checks on MSAT pilots and maintain electronic progress books. - Provide pilot subject matter expertise to support FAcT ramp up and transition-in activities. - Support certification of Flight Dispatch Personnel and assist with Squadron Operations accreditation requirements. - Participate in Wing, Squadron, and Flight-mandated briefings, instructor development briefings, Fatigue Risk Management System training, Progress Review Boards and Instructor Reviews. - International Travel required. Experience & Qualifications: - Recent (within 10 years) military or professional flying experience, or 500+ hrs Pilot-in-Command on multi-crew aircraft. - Military flight instruction experience at an Operational Training Unit, Conversion Flight, or higher-level school, or equivalent. - Detailed knowledge of DND Squadron Operations gained by formal training or work experience. - Minimum two (2) years of related supervisory experience within a flying unit. - Minimum two (2) years of experience in leading and supporting large scale training programs. - Comprehensive understanding of RCAF rear crew training system, organizations/hierarchy and reporting mechanisms. - Transport Canada IATRA or ATPL exams complete, or equivalent RCAF/military Fixed Multi-Engine Aircraft Captain category (PLAR completed). - Group 1 Instrument Rating and Unrestricted Night Rating, or RCAF Cat I Unrestricted Instrument Rating (or equivalent). - Proficient in Microsoft Office. - If not a native English speaker, must achieve "Advanced" on all TOEFL components. Preferred Qualifications: - Test flying experience (military or professional) within the last 10 years. - Experience on the DHC Dash 8-400 and/or CT-142 Dash 8. - RCAF Instrument Check Pilot or Approved Check Pilot qualification. - Experience with RCAF OT&E activities. - Completion of RCAF Aerospace Warfare Centre (RAWC) OT&E Course. - RCAF Flight Safety Qualification. - Bilingual (French and English). Medical: - Must hold and maintain an unrestricted TC Category I Medical. - Aeromedical Training including classroom training, hypoxia recognition training (HRT), and physiological simulator training. Security: - Must be able to obtain the required level of Government of Canada Personnel Security Clearance.

Additional requirements

• Military flight instruction experience at an Operational Training Unit, Conversion Flight, or higher-level school, or equivalent
• Detailed knowledge of DND Squadron Operations gained by formal training or work experience
• Minimum two years of related supervisory experience within a flying unit whose flight operations are similar in size and scope
• Minimum two years of experience in leading and supporting large scale training programs
• Comprehensive understanding of RCAF rear crew training system, organizations/hierarchy and reporting mechanisms
• Unrestricted Night Rating, or RCAF Cat I Unrestricted Instrument Rating equivalent
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• If not a native English speaker, must achieve Advanced on all TOEFL components
• Aeromedical Training including classroom training, hypoxia recognition training (HRT) and physiological simulator training
• Must be able to obtain the required level of Government of Canada Personnel Security Clearance

Compensation and Benefits

• Personal travel privileges with PAL and interline agreements with other airlines
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Tuition Assistance Program
• Opportunities for growth
• PAL Days between Christmas & New Year's

Base Location